St. Astvatsatsin Church

CHW has assessed the Holy Mother of God church in the village of Boyuk Galadarasi/Mets Shen (Shusha region) as under heightened threat. Using @Planet imagery, CHW documented earthmoving activity immediately to the east and north of the historic structure between Oct. 31, 2025, and May 14, 2026.

Dated on architectural grounds to the 17th century, today the church is in disrepair. It was altered and used as a club in the Soviet era. Despite plastered walls, fragments of old elements (e.g. 12-13th c. cross stones, tombstones) are visible. Learn more at the link.